1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Blazer |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |