1989 BMW 730 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 14 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 1108 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
