1984 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 323 | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
