2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | TrailBlazer | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |