1983 BMW 323 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1983 BMW 323 and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 268 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
