1957 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Nano weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 600 | Nano |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2230 mm |