1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 318 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
