1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | X5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |
