1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1971 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1971 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mini 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1971 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Clubman |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |