2005 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1977 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
