1981 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 528 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
