2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 336 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (556 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | Impala |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3030 mm |
