2002 MG TF vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | TF | M5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
