2008 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1170 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
