1983 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 725. 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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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1983 BMW 725 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 725 | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |