1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 960 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | E | Nano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
