2006 MG ZT vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZT. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | MG | Lexus |
| Model | ZT | LFA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
