1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 860 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK III, 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 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
| Model | Portofino | MK III |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2040 mm |
