2006 BMW 116 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 116 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
