2010 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 328 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 328 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
