1991 Alpina B vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpina B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alpina | Mini |
| Model | B | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2596 mm |
