2003 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | X5 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
