1992 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 850 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
