2001 BMW M vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
