1977 Mini MK IV vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1977 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1977 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mini MK IV | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mini | Infiniti |
| Model | MK IV | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2900 mm |
