1988 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Estate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |