1984 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 323 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
