2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Tata B-Line

To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.

Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2009 Tata B-Line
Make BMW Tata
Model 330 B-Line
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6650 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 37 L


 

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