2008 BMW 630 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata E would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 630 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
