2005 MG TF vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 810 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF. 2011 BMW 740 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. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | TF | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
