2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |
