1999 BMW 323 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 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 290 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 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 323 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
