2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 936 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.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
