2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1971 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1971 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | LR3 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
