Drivetrain (Cooper S) MINI Cooper S (R53) intakes, exhausts, pulleys, headers, throttle bodies, and any other modifications to the Cooper S drivetrain.

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Aug 14, 2013 | 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by putttn

Mini vs STI...what's your thoughts on driving the two? I've never driven the STI but like the looks.

The STI is a blast just with the seat slamming power. It makes an amazing sound with the large Precision turbo and Tial open dump wastegate.

But the R53 just gives me more of a smile all around. The mini has no were near the power but feels much more light and nimble.

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