1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 318 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
