2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 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 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
