1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1433 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Chante | X3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
