2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (692 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B7 | Blackhawk |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 692 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3280 mm |