1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Impala | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |