1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |