1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1280 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Mini Cooper | Panamera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |