2007 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1680 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
