2005 MG TF vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 100 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
