2000 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | NSX | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
