1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
