2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 614 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Blazer | 308 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
