2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 345 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.

Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Z4 2007 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model Z4 Indigo
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 3246 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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