2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 82 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (705 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Blackhawk | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
