1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |