1988 BMW 535 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 535 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |
