1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1962 BMW 3200 CS 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 1962 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indigo, 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 3200 CS | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
