2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
