2008 BMW 120 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 120 | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
