1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 845 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 1999 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1999 BMW 845 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Mini Cooper | 845 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |