1976 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Chante | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | 525 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
