1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Volante | TF |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 200 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 | 1814 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |