1990 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 720 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 316 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |