2009 BMW 128 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2010 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 128 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
