1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
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1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Blazer | 57 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3391 mm |