1997 BMW S3 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | S3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
