2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 410 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Blackhawk | Riviera |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |