1999 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (560 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3280 mm |
