1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1979 Porsche 928 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 928 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 1979 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Countryman | 928 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
