2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 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:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3280 mm |
