2008 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
