2006 MG ZT-T vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 489 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT-T | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | ZT-T | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
