1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Mini MK I
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK I would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1967 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK I, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MK I |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
