2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Cooper | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
