1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mini MK V 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 502 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. 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, 1988 Mini MK V, 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 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MK V |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 625 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 |
