1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, both 1972 Mini Clubman and 1972 Porsche 914 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mini Clubman | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Clubman | 914 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |