981 Boxster S, with PDK & Chrono (so launch control) hits 60 in 4.1 secs. The test above must be either a manual or no Chrono.
Porsche Boxster S vs Mini Cooper S
| Category | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 192 / 189 | 315 / 311 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 280 / 207 | 360 / 266 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1269 / 2798 | 1400 / 3086 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 151 / 149 | 225 / 222 |
| Average price | €27,000 | €74,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:45.60 | 1:39.20 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:18.80 | 1:13.80 |
| Ring Knutstrop (Conf 2) | 1:18.50 | 1:12.40 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.0 s | 1.3 s |
| 0 - 60 kph | 3.1 s | 2.1 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 4.5 s | 3.1 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.2 s | 4.4 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 8.7 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 9.7 s | 7.4 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 11.7 s | 7.8 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 14.8 s | 10.1 s |
| 0 - 180 kph | 19.4 s | 12.9 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 26.1 s | 16.3 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 6.8 s | 4.1 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.4 s @ 82.0 mph | 9.1 s @ 93.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.6 s | 12.6 s @ 109.7 mph |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| 80 - 120 kph (4) | 5.6 s | 5.6 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 6.6 s | 7.0 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 6.7 s | 8.9 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (7) | 13.8 s | 17.1 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (4) | 12.5 s | 11.2 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (5) | 15.7 s | 14.3 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (6) | 20.6 s | 19.8 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 20.9 s | 12.5 s |
General performance
| Category | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 235 kph (146 mph) | 284 kph (176 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.48 g (5 m/s²) | 0.65 g (6 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 68.9 kph (42.8 mph) | 72.2 kph (44.9 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 4.8 l/100 km (49 mpg US / 59 UK) | 9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US / 29 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.86 g (8 m/s²) | 1.00 g (10 m/s²) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (109 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 141 m (463 ft) | 132 m (432 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 34 m (111 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Mini Cooper S | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 81 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 42 | 100 |
| Overall | 65 | 100 |
Verdict
Boxster S is the fastest by a huge margin.
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