1988 BMW M5 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 533 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M5 | TF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
