2007 MG TF vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
