1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 542 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1991 Ford Thunderbird 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 1991 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
