1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 630 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
