1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 487 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
