1996 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 325 | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
