1980 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 409 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M5 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2425 mm |
