2006 MG TF vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
