1989 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Tata E. 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 730 | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
