1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 284 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
