2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1997 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1997 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1997 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | Convertible | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
