1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 434 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3.3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
