1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 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 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | Z9 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2466 mm |
