1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 419 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Impala |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
