1978 BMW M1 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M1 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
