2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
