1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 995 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mini |
Model | Silver Spirit | Countryman |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1561 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2595 mm |