1993 Mini MK VI vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mini MK VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mini MK VI would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1993 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1993 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mini MK VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mini MK VI | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK VI | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
