1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 944 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2548 mm |
