1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1997 Ford Falcon 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1997 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 939 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 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Falcon | MK VII |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |