2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2978 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 | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |