1980 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 333 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 172 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1455 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 |
