1999 BMW 845 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 BMW 845.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 845. 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 845 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |