2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 91 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Blackhawk | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2992 mm |
