1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari F40 and 1988 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. 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 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari F40 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 Ferrari F40 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | F40 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
