2008 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 316 | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
