2009 BMW 125 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 125 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
