1991 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 770 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
