2006 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 530 | E220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |