2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari 612 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 2008 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 612 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
