1996 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 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 257 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 65 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 528 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:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 528 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
