1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 1183 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 330 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
