2008 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | M3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |