1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | Dinan | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
