1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 37 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1598 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Chante | 650 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4400 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2855 mm |