1977 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 528 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
