1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 454 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
