1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Dinan | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
