1984 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
