1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 285 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 512 M | TF |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1455 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
