1993 BMW 840 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 840 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
