1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 206 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | ML |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
