1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB4 | TF |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |