1996 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Acura NSX 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 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | NSX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
