2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 2012 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Cooper | 528 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
