1988 BMW 535 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
