2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
