1975 BMW 315 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 315 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
