1996 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 520 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 1996 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2005 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 520 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
