1960 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1960 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 700 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
