1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
