1995 BMW CLS vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW CLS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | CLS | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |
