2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 530 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 550 | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
