2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville 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 308 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 124 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Blackhawk | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |