2005 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2005 BMW M3 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |