2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
