2000 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 AC Cobra 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 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Cobra | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
