1958 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 501 | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |