2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1983 Porsche 930 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
