2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackhawk | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.4 mm |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2680 mm |
