1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2010 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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
