1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3.3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
