1985 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1985 BMW 325 and 1985 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 238 kg more than 1985 BMW 325.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1400 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 |
