2007 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 335 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |