1996 BMW 528 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 21 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 1103 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
