2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 283 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
