1987 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2010 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
