2005 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1013 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
