2009 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Tata E weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
