1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 180 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | F355 | TF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1170 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 |
