2003 Tata Safari vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Safari | M1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
