1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 328 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | NSX | TF |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 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 | 1498 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
