1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Vantage | TF |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |