1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 911 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |