1987 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 730 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
