2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 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:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3280 mm |
