1975 BMW 316 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
