1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Maserati | Mini |
Model | Indy | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2548 mm |