2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX 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 226 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Blackhawk | LX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
