2003 MG TF vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 880 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | TF | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
