2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1965 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra 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 183 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 400 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1965 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Blackhawk | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
