1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 643 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
