1998 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 323 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
