1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 105 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3060 mm |
