Which is faster?

The Mini Cooper S R56 is faster — 2s quicker on average across 5 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Mini Cooper S R56 Cooper S R56	BMW E46 325i E46 325i
Model Years	2004-2012	2003-2005
horsepower	173	189
torque (N_M)	240	245
weight (KG)	1,210	1,420
Power to Weight	0.14	0.13
Rank	#313	-
Tire	280 SP SPORT 01	140 R050 225/45/17
engine Description	1.6 L Prince turbo I4	2.5L Inline-6 (M54B25)
gearbox	6-SPEED, MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC	5-SPEED MANUAL OR 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC
drive Type	FWD	RWD
wheelbase (MM)	2466	2725
0 - 60 MPH	6.7 SECs	7.2 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	229	240
price MSRP	17,690 €	$ 32,000
Current Value	$ 9,000	$ 7,500
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+5.2s	+8.85s