2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG TF would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 320 | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 221 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1490 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
