1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1997 Ferrari Maranello and 1997 Mini MK VII were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1997 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 1997 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mini MK VII, 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | Maranello | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
