2007 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
