2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Tata B-Line were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Because 2009 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 125 | B-Line |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |