1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Taunus | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
