1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Camaro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
