1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Mini Cooper | S5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |