2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 MG XPower. (318 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2003 MG XPower | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 650 | XPower |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |