2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
