1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GTO | TF |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |
