2008 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
