2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
