2003 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate. 2003 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1991 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1991 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
