1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
