1971 BMW 3 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
