2002 MG TF vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 356 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MG TF | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | TF | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |