2001 BMW 745 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 26 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1453 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
