2001 Mini One vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | One | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
