1994 BMW 854 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 854 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
