1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 335 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 250 GTO | Cooper |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |