2006 BMW 335 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 335 | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
