2011 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2560 mm |
