1961 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 745 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, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 501 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 37 L |
