1984 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
