1977 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 800 kg more than 1977 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
