1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 716 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
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1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |