1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1969 Mini MK III. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III, 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini MK III. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MK III |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
