1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1518 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Chante | 740 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |