2009 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 545 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
