1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 391 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bitter Diplomat 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 1979 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bitter | Mini |
Model | Diplomat | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |