1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
