2009 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1994 Tata Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| 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 | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
