1988 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 600 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M3 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 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 | 1200 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
