1962 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
