1961 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 700 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
