1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Avanti | Mini |
Model | Avanti | Cooper |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |