1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | 550 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |