1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari Mondial 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 1988 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | Mondial | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
