1998 BMW M vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M | Blazer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |