1986 BMW M6 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1986 BMW M6 and 1986 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
