2005 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
