1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 755 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 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mini Countryman | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Countryman | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2360 mm |