1986 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
