2006 BMW 740 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 740 | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
