1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala 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 175 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 634 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Dart |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
