1978 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
