1996 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
