1989 BMW 850 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 123 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
