1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 89 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 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 1966 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | GT 40 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |
