1972 BMW 3 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 780 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
