1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1407 mm |
