2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 377 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 500 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
