2007 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 130 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 1375 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
