2005 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1403 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
