1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 500 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2548 mm |
