1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 925 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 512 M | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 847 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
