1987 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 702 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
