2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blackhawk | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |