1956 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 503 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
