1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1996 Mini MK VI and 1996 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 908 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VI, 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mini MK VI | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mini | Pontiac |
Model | MK VI | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |