1968 Mini MK II vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini MK II | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK II | 930 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
