1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 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 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GT | TF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
