1975 Maserati Bora vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 235 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Bora | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Bora | TF |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1425 kg | 1190 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 |