2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 67 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Blackhawk | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5763 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 | 451 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
