2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 182 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 241 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackhawk | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
