1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 922 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | Z1 | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 998 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |