1961 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
Because 1961 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 700 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |
