2003 MG TF vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | TF | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
