1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 1972 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Challenger | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2466 mm |
