2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | M3 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 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 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |