1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 877 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1800. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 1800 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
