1971 Maserati Indy vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 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 Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Indy | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Indy | TF |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
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 | 288 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 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 | 1540 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |