2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Mini | Venturi |
| Model | Cooper | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
