1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1140 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 840 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
