1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z3 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |