2007 BMW M vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 1 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, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT-T.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
