1998 Tata Estate vs. 2011 BMW 730

To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Tata Estate 2011 BMW 730
Make Tata BMW
Model Estate 730
Year Released 1998 2011
Engine Size 1948 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 244 HP
Torque 118 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1644 kg 1975 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5212 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3210 mm


 

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