2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 116 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
