2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Blackhawk | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2570 mm |