2009 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 135 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
