1996 BMW 745 vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 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 1996 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1973 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1973 Mini MK III | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 745 | MK III |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
