1990 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 942 kg more than 2009 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 520 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 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 | 1542 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
