1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
