1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1315 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
