1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2466 mm |
