1952 BMW 501 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 BMW 501 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 BMW 501 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 501 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
