1979 BMW 633 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 633 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |