2003 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 325 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2150 mm |
