2001 Mini One vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | One | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |