1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | SLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |