1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 911 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |