2005 BMW 740 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 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1490 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 740 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
