1995 Tata E vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E.
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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1995 Tata E has manual transmission. 1995 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Tata E | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | E | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
