2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 650 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
