1987 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 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 161 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 750 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:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 750 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
