1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 535 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3071 mm |
