1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 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 35 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Impala | XK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |