1973 Mini MK III vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, 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 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK III | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
