1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 730 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
