1971 Maserati Bora vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 225 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Bora | TF |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |