2005 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 220 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |