2007 BMW 118 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
