1992 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2011 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 520 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
