2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Corvette | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
