1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1682 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
