1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 993 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2467 mm |
