2009 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 120 | Estate |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
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 | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |