2008 BMW 335 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 335 | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
