2005 MG TF vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | TF | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
