1999 AC Ace vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Ace | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
