1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 66 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
