1978 BMW M1 vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M1 | Estate |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |