1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F355 | TF |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
