2009 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 13 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
