1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
