2011 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 1055 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW M3 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | M3 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
