2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 293 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 8 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2960 mm |
