1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2800 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
