2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
