1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 250 GTO | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |
