2003 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 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 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 530 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1670 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
