1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
