2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 398 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |
