2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Mini | Ferrari |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | 456 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
