1975 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
