1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 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 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
