2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1993 Venturi Coupe 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 1993 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mini | Venturi |
| Model | Cooper | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
