1998 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 325 | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |