1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Avanti | Mini |
| Model | Avanti | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
