1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1260 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Chante | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Chante | 525 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |