1999 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 135 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
