1998 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |