1967 Mini MK II vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini MK II | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK II | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
