1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 206 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 911 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |