2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 MG XPower. 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | M3 | XPower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
