2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1350 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Alpina | Tata |
| Model | B3 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
