2005 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 530 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
