2009 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| 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 | 215 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 | 1525 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
