1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 41 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
