2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 335 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
