1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 825 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 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Clubman | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
