1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 540 | TF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 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 | 65 L | 50 L |
