2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
