1963 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
