1978 BMW M1 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M1 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 37 L |
