2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 141 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Blackhawk | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
