2008 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M6 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2425 mm |
