2002 Mini One vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | One | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
