2005 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
