1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TF |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 205 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 | 1570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
