2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | TrailBlazer | 308 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |