2008 BMW 135 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 135 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
