2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 840 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 120 | Nano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |