1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 280 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 360 | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 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 | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
