1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 295 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mahindra | BMW |
Model | CL | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |