1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 640 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
