1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 | TF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
