1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 LM | TF |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |