2009 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 525 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
