1995 BMW S3 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | S3 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
