1996 BMW 525 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 383 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 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 |
