2001 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1976 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
