2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Cooper | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |