1998 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 221 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2003 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |