1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 843 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GTA | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3280 mm |
