1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 253 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 1993 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, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Blazer 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Blazer 250 GT
Year Released 1993 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 58.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1277 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2610 mm


 

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