1983 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 BMW 525 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 525 | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |