2003 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 28 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 1178 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
