2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 MG TF were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2005 MG TF has manual transmission. 2005 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 535 | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 535 | TF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |