1998 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1998 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 730 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
