2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | M3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |