2008 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 35 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 1170 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
