1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Maserati | MG |
| Model | 420 | TF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
