2002 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 330 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1575 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
