1972 Mini Clubman vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 856 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 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1972 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Clubman | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
