2007 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 330 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
