2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 740 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 612 | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
