2007 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
