1995 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
