2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo 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 Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 530 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
