2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 17 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. (568 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Blackhawk | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
