1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mustang | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
