1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
