2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackhawk | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
