2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 88 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Viper. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper 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 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Blackhawk | Viper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
