1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 308 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
