1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 45 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, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 750 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 2012 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Impala | LX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
