1957 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |
