1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1090 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 740 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
