2009 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2012 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 316 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 316 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
