2009 BMW X3 vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | X3 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2140 mm |
