1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 25 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 696 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 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Countryman | 944 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2390 mm |
