2004 BMW 316 vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 316 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
