1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | 3000GT | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2466 mm |
