2007 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 335 2011 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model 335 Indigo
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 42 L