2002 MG TF vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | TF | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
