2008 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Mini MK III
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1974 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1974 Mini MK III | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 330 | MK III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
