1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | Touring | Sumo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |