2007 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mini MK VII would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mini MK VII.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2000 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 328 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
