2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
