2007 MG TF vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
