1994 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 228 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 740 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
