1973 BMW Touring 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 Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Blazer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |