2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 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 352 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Blackhawk | TR7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |