2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 128 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
