1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Corvette | Cooper |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |