2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 546 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini Countryman, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
| Model | Guara | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
