2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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.
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2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |