1992 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 540 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2425 mm |
