2008 MG TF vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | MG | Buick |
| Model | TF | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
