1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 38 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 387 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impala | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
