1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 930 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 930 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
