1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Vantage | TF |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 200 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 | 1820 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |