1998 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 330 | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |