1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 911 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2466 mm |