2010 Tata Nano vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 1140 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Nano | 535 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
