1994 BMW 730 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 BMW 730.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
