2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1000 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.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
