1996 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
