2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G 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 261 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 755 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1991 Ginetta G has manual transmission. 1991 Ginetta G 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 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Blackhawk | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
