2001 Tata Safari vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Safari | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
