1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 12 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Blazer | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
