2003 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Tata E220.
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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 320 | E220 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |