1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 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 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F40 | TF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
