2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mini | Ferrari |
| Model | Cooper | California |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 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 | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
