1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 2800 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
