1974 Mini MK III vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini MK III | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK III | 965 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1465 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 |
