1999 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1992 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1992 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | Estate |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |