2006 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 BMW 740 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 2006 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 740 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
