1996 BMW 523 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 365 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 523 | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
