1994 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 306 kg more than 1994 BMW 520.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 520. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 520 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
