1994 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 518 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2596 mm |
