1965 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 735 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. 1965 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
