1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GTE | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
