1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini One, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mini |
| Model | MK II | One |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
