2010 Tata Safari vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Safari | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Safari | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
