1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Corvette | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2466 mm |
