2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban 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 358 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban 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, 1972 GMC Suburban 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Blackhawk | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3300 mm |
