1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 761 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Express |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
