2009 BMW 128 vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW 128. 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 128 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
