1976 BMW 633 vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 BMW 633.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 633 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
