1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |