1998 Tata Safari vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 116 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
