1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 2004 BMW 316. 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 (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 316 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
