2008 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1997 Tata Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
