1959 BMW 507 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 507 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
