2006 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1995 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |