2002 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
