2005 BMW 740 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1973 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
