1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin Virage 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 Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | Virage | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
