2011 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 335 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| 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 | 320 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
