1998 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indigo, 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
