2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG TF would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 320 | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
