2007 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
