2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
