2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Blackhawk | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
