2008 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini 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 180 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 330 | Mini |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |