1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Z8 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
