2007 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 525 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 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 | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
