2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Mini | Buick |
Model | Cooper | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |