1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 526 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | Virage | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1561 mm |
