1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | Project Vantage | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
