2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 307 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Blackhawk | Deauville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |