1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2933 mm |
