2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Blackhawk | F430 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |