1988 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 13 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 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 1113 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
