1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 172 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Impala | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |