2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1965 Mini MK I
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini MK I would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1965 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini MK I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini MK I. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1965 Mini MK I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1965 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | LR3 | MK I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
