1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Z3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
