2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 550 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |