1992 BMW 545 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 450 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 545 | TF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
