1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GT | TF |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
