2008 Ford GT vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
