2000 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
