1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 326 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Testarossa | TF |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
