2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 153 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1993 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Blackhawk | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
