1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mahindra | BMW |
| Model | CL | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2761 mm |
