1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW Coupe has manual transmission. 1975 BMW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3230 mm |
