1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1975 BMW 1502 and 1975 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
