2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 Mini Cooper and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mini | BMW |
Model | Cooper | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |