1965 Mini Countryman vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1965 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Countryman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2360 mm |
