2000 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |