2008 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
