1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 171 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 308 | TF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
