1972 Mini Clubman vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 800 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mini Clubman | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Clubman | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |