2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Tata Safari

To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2012 Tata Safari
Make BMW Tata
Model 330 Safari
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm


 

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