Happy 50th Birthday Porsche 911! Says Mini autoevolution

MINI and Porsche are two brands close to my heart because of their heritage in motor sport and their engineers relentless pursuit for driver focused vehicles. Yet both the MINI and 911 became icons to many people for various reasons and instantly recognise worldwide to the mass market.

Classic MINI and Porsche 911 for 50th Anniversary

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

The biggest difference is in the layout: the MINI JCW Coupe has its longitudinally-mounted engine up front, while the Porsche Boxster has a mid-engine configuration. The MINI is front-wheel drive; the Porsche is rear-wheel drive. Two different philosophies with each having its benefits and drawbacks. Here are the numbers for comparison.

MINI Creates Limited Edition Set Commemorating MINI vs Porsche Race (w/Poll) MotoringFile

MINI USA | MINI vs Porsche MINI USA 54.9K subscribers Subscribe 261 146K views 12 years ago The head of MINI USA publicly challenges the head of Porsche to a race, pitting the MINI.

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

A few of you may have seen the MINI vs Porsche ad in yesterday's New York times. We now have the exclusive first look at the official video from MINI USA. Yes MINI USA is calling out Porsche to meet them on the track at Road Atlanta with a Porsche Carrera S and a driver. MINI will bring a 2010 Cooper S and their own driver.

2011 MINI vs. Porsche Northwest Harvest Food Drive Challenge Flickr

The video features Sabine Schmitz driving a new stock R56 MINI versus a race prepped Honda VTEC equipped classic Mini around the Nurburgring..

Mini had it right. The Mini vs. Porsche event wasn't about beating Porsche on the track, that was not possible (if you thought it was possible, check your health insurance for coverage on the.

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

0:00 / 1:45 MINI USA | MINI vs Porsche | MINI Response MINI USA 54.3K subscribers 58K views 12 years ago MINI is not ready to give up on the MINI vs. Porsche race. They've upped the.

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

When comparing two cars, such as the MINI Convertible and the Porsche 911, it is important to look at price, fuel economy, and standard features. Starting with price, the MINI Convertible is less expensive with a starting MSRP of $36,695 and the similarly equipped Porsche 911 starts at $107,550.

Classic MINI and Porsche 911 for 50th Anniversary

MINI USA is inviting MINI fans to watch the MINI vs Porsche race this Monday June 21st at Road Atlanta. However there's a catch; there's only room for 400 people on a first come first served basis. It gets better. If you come to the event and register, you also get track time. Free track time and you get to see the much hyped MINI vs Porsche.

Mini Vs. Porsche Race Is A Great Publicity Stunt That Might Just Work

The head of MINI USA publicly challenges the head of Porsche to a race, pitting the MINI Cooper S against the legendary Porsche 911 Carrera S on a track in A.

Happy 50th Birthday Porsche 911! Says Mini autoevolution

MINI Cooper vs. Porsche 911 MINI Cooper vs. Porsche 911 In comparing the MINI Cooper's and the Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the MINI Cooper has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume.

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If the Porsche can't handle as well as a MINI in a tight course, that is one more reason I will keep my MINI instead of a Porsche (if financially that ever becomes an option!!). It will just go to show that a car as "sporty" as a Porsche can't handle like a MINI Cooper S. It doesn't say that the MINI is faster on a big boring circle.

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

A video and a series of print advertisements from MINI has the BMW subsidiary throwing down the gauntlet against German sports car maker Porsche, challenging them to a "race" at Road Atlanta,.

Classic MINI and Porsche 911 for 50th Anniversary

The MINI Cooper S vs Porsche 911 Carrera S challenge is supposed to take place at Road Atlanta in two weeks, and depending one the winner Jim McDowell will wear a t-shirt that says 'We Beat Porsche' or one that reads 'We Did Not Beat Porsche' at his next public appearance.

Classic Mini Says Happy 50th Birthday to Porsche 911 autoevolution

Mini wanted to race Porsche at Road Atlanta; Porsche said no. Hyundai stepped up, everyone shrugged, and then Mini revealed the track. Turns out it's not really Road Atlanta. It's a parking lot.

Exclusive MINI vs Porsche (It's Real & It's On) MotoringFile

Mini vs. Porsche at the starting line - Click above to watch the video after the break. Join the fastest-growing online community for car enthusiasts for in-depth discussions, quick chats, photo.