2007 BMW 318 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 318 | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
