2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1967 Mini Countryman

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Jaguar XJR 1967 Mini Countryman
Make Jaguar Mini
Model XJR Countryman
Year Released 2007 1967
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3310 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2140 mm