2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2012 Ferrari FF has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari FF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Mini | Ferrari |
| Model | Cooper | FF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1379 mm |
