1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 Maserati 420 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 1986 Maserati 420. 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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1986 Maserati 420 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Maserati | Mini |
Model | 420 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |