2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
