1999 Tata E220 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata E220 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | E220 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2761 mm |
