2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (671 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 671 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
