2000 Tata Safari vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata Safari | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Safari | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
