2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-450.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | F-450 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 142 L |