2000 BMW 730 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 551 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 730 | TF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
