2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1997 Buick Century
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century 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 293 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1997 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Blackhawk | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
