1998 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 14 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 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 690 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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
