2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 708 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Z4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| 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 | 343 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
