2002 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2002 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 BMW M3 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 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 |