1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Blazer | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
