2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 372 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Blackhawk | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |
