2012 Mini Cooper Coupe vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari 599 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 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mini | Ferrari |
| Model | Cooper Coupe | 599 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3734 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
