1992 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
