2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 325 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 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 | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |