1996 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Tata Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Tata Estate. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2000 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 840 | Estate |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |