2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 63 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Blackhawk | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
