2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 39 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 1975 Porsche 924 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Porsche 924 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
