2007 BMW 328 vs. 1980 Mini MK IV
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1980 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 328 | MK IV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
