1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 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 1160 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |