2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Blackhawk | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
