1980 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 504 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M1. 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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1980 BMW M1 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M1 | Safari |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |