2008 Tata Nano vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1870 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Nano | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Tata | Bentley |
Model | Nano | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |