1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
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1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |