1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
