1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 911 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Clubman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
