2007 MG TF vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG TF would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
