2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 458 Italia | Coupe |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 570 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |