2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 BMW 330 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 2010 BMW 330. 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Cooper | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
