1959 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Indigo (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 700 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
