1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 1163 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3999 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2761 mm |
