2004 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1168 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
