2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 111 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
