1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 13 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 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Blazer | 57 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
