1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Blazer | DBS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
