2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 518 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 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.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | TrailBlazer | 208 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |