1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 990 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mini |
Model | Silver Seraph | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3957 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 50 L |