2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 530 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 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 | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
