1978 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
