2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Blackhawk | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
