2007 MG TF vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 85 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | MG | Venturi |
| Model | TF | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
