1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Blazer | B7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
