1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
