1971 BMW Touring vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Blazer |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |