1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre 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 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | AC | Mini |
Model | 2-Litre | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |