1990 Audi V8 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | V8 | One |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
