1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 584 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Volante | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
