1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 618 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Volante | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
