1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
