1990 BMW 518 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 518 | TF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
