1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | Virage | TF |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |