2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1700 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Tata |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Nano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 37 L |
