2002 MG TF vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 180 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 968 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
