2007 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
