2008 BMW 535 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
