2009 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 1260 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
