1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | Dino | Cooper |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |