2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
