1989 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 850 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
