2003 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 478 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |