1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 870 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini Countryman, 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | Testarossa | Countryman |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |