1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 318 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
