1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |