2004 Ford GT vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 854 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | GT | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |
